How a former New Mexico leader used her power to halt a playground

576 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A neighborhood had a dream for a playground, and this year, parents were confident their dreams could finally become a reality. That is, until they ran into powerful politics at the highest level in the state.
New Mexico Forestry Division representative offers tips on fire safety during Southwest Wildfire Awareness Week

452 Views The New Mexico Energy Minerals and Natural Resources Forestry Division and its fire prevention partners in the southwest kicked off the Southwest Wildfire Awareness Week on Monday. Scott Brocato spoke with George Ducker with the New Mexico Forestry Division about the event, and about several ways to be fire-safe this spring.
We have a winner: A single ticket matched all the numbers needed to win the Mega Millions jackpot

587 Views The Mega Millions jackpot reached $1.13 billion ahead of Tuesday night’s drawing. By early Wednesday morning, the Mega Millions website’s homepage revealed that a ticket sold in New Jersey matched all five white balls and the gold Mega Ball to win the game’s grand prize, which was the fifth-largest in the game’s history.
Becky G added to New Mexico State Fair concert lineup

646 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Officials have announced Becky G as the fifth and final concert of the 2024 New Mexico State Fair’s concert lineup. Becky G recently performed at the Academy Awards and at Coachella in 2023 – now the multi-platinum recording artist will perform in Tingley Coliseum following PRCA Xtreme Bulls on Saturday, […]
Couy Griffin encourages Otero County Commission to carry his conservative platform forward and more

590 Views Couy Griffin encourages Otero County Commission to carry his conservative platform forward, several Republicans announce they won’t seek reelection including State Senator Bill Burt, and plans for a new aquatic center expected to cost $12 million.
Dairy Cattle in Texas, Kansas and New Mexico Catching Bird Flu

512 Views (AP) Milk from dairy cows in Texas and Kansas has tested positive for bird flu, U.S. officials said Monday March 25th. Officials with the Texas Animal Health Commission confirmed the flu virus is the Type A H5N1 strain, known for decades to cause outbreaks in birds and to occasionally infect people. The virus is […]
FEMA: Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire victims can now appeal final compensation amount

541 Views SANTA FE, N.M. — People filing claims related to the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire can now appeal if they disagree with the final compensation amount.
No injuries reported in train derailment in Socorro County

763 Views Train derailment happened late Monday night near Hope Farms Road SOCORRO, N.M. — Crews are investigating a train derailment in Socorro County that happened late Monday night.
Voting Rights Win in New Mexico: Navajo Community Gains Equal Opportunity at the Polls

455 Views The San Juan County in New Mexico has settled a lawsuit that challenged the county’s 2021 redistricting map, which aimed to dilute the voting power of Navajo voters.
New Mexico human trafficking shelter works around the clock for victims

590 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Back in December, News 13 reported on the state’s newest human trafficking shelter working to open its doors to survivors. Just last month, they turned that dream into reality.